Mukewater Creek Ws Scs Site 6 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mukewater Creek WS SCS Site 6 Dam, located in Coleman, Texas, was completed in 1961 by the USDA NRCS to serve as a flood risk reduction structure along the Mukeewater Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and spans a length of 1511 feet, with a storage capacity of 1369 acre-feet. While primarily designed for flood risk reduction, the dam also serves purposes such as fire protection, stock or small fish pond, and recreation.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Mukewater Creek WS SCS Site 6 Dam is crucial in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. Despite being rated as having a high risk level, the dam's condition remains unrated, underscoring the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity. With no spillway and a hydraulic height matching its structural height, the dam provides vital flood protection for the community along Mukewater Creek.
As a key component in the water resource infrastructure of the region, Mukewater Creek WS SCS Site 6 Dam showcases the collaboration between federal and local agencies in managing water resources for multiple purposes. Its strategic location and design make it a critical asset for flood risk reduction and water management in Coleman, Texas, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of climate change and increasing water challenges.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
1511 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
MUKEWATER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
3.19 |
Nid Storage |
1369 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Jim Ned Ck At Cr 140 Nr Coleman
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0cfs |
Hords Ck Nr Coleman
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0cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
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436cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Stacy
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1cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Mullin
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2cfs |
Elm Ck At Ballinger
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0cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Mukewater Creek Ws Scs Site 6 Dam